Established in 1951, IOM is the leading inter-governmental organization in the field of migration and works closely with governmental, intergovernmental, and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

Under the overall supervision of the Chief of Mission (CoM) in Malawi and direct supervision of the IBG Programme Officer, and in collaboration with relevant units at the Regional Office, Headquarters and the Administrative Centres, the successful candidate will be primarily responsible and accountable for the overall management, supervision, and implementation of IOM Malawi’s activities within the Japanese funded project on enhancing marine border management, as well as provide collaborative support on other ongoing IBG projects.
The ongoing IBG projects collectively aim to enhance safe cross-border mobility and trade in Southern Africa by improving Border Management Information Systems in Malawi and implementing a Border Pass System between Malawi and Mozambique, ensuring efficient migration regulation and strengthened bilateral relations.
IOM is committed to a diverse and inclusive environment, encouraging applications from qualified female candidates.
1.    Assist in the coordination and monitoring of the operational, administrative, and financial aspects of the project in accordance with IOM policies and practices as well as donor’s requirements.

2.    Keep the supervisor informed on the status of project implementation; identify gaps and suggest actions to improve implementation.

3.    Participate in the development and adjustment of work plans, project budgets, Monitoring & Evaluation tools and standard operations procedures.

4.    Coordinate the collection, verification and analysis of data and background information; update information management systems and social media platforms on project related activities including project awareness and visibility, summaries, press releases and other relevant materials.

5.    Coordinate timely preparation and dissemination of project reports in accordance with IOM procedures and donor requirements.

6.    Liaise and coordinate with donors, partners, United Nations agencies, local authorities and stakeholders and government counterparts.

7.    Contribute to the planning, development, organization and delivery of capacity building activities targeting IOM staff, government and civil society partners, implementing partners and communities.

8.    Attend relevant conferences, workshops, working groups, interagency coordination meetings, and other forums

9.    Participate in the preparation of project proposals and a diverse range of communication products, concept notes and other planning documents

10.    Supervise and provide training and technical guidance to project staff.

11.    Undertake duty travel relating to project implementation, monitoring visits, project assessments, liaison with counterparts, etc.

12.    Perform other related duties as required.

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: No requirements